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Reaves Jokingly Denies Outscoring Doncic
1 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Austin Reaves joked about intentionally not outscoring Luka Doncic.
- Doncic scored 34 points, Reaves had 33 in the Lakers' win.
- The Lakers are on a seven-game win streak.
Austin Reaves engaged in playful banter with teammate Luka Doncic following the Los Angeles Lakers' 133-121 victory against the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday. When asked about his one missed free throw that kept him one point shy of Doncic's game-high 34 points, Reaves joked that he intentionally held back to maintain Doncic's confidence.
Reaves, who himself scored 33 points and dished out eight assists, had outscored Doncic in their previous game against the Dallas Mavericks. Doncic, leading the league in scoring, responded good-naturedly to Reaves' comments, expressing his appreciation. This exchange highlights the positive team chemistry as the Lakers extend their winning streak.
The Lakers' victory marked their seventh consecutive win, solidifying their second-place position in the Western Conference. Despite LeBron James' return, Reaves has maintained stellar individual performance, averaging 28.5 points. The team looks ahead to their next game against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday, continuing their impressive season.
